Spending Time

In this episode of the aBlogtoWatch Spending Time podcast Ariel and David go on a bit of a rant, but also discuss Breitling's bold new strategy, Patek's super tame new ladies' collection and the inexplicable PR of Seiko. This episode exists in video format on the aBlogtoWatch YouTube channel (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfaFafye0-ftr3roPVRU-Fg/), as well as here in audio podcast form. Thanks for listening and subscribe if you like the show. aBlogtoWatch.com (https://www.ablogtowatch.com/) Copyright 2018  

Ariel Adams of aBlogtoWatch discusses the current state of the pre-owned watch market and what the buying experience is like for consumers - as well as the experience as a retailer. Ariel Adams is once again joined by special guest George Mayer - a senior buyer and business developer at Watchbox and Govberg. This episode exists in video format on the aBlogtoWatch YouTube channel (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfaFafye0-ftr3roPVRU-Fg/), as well as here in audio podcast form. Thanks for listening and subscribe if you like the show. aBlogtoWatch.com (https://www.ablogtowatch.com/) Copyright 2018

In this episode of the Spending Time Podcast, Ariel Adams and Aaron Shapiro of aBlogtoWatch discuss the October 4, 2018 Sotheby's auction of items owned by the late actor and comedian Robin Williams. We talk about Robin William's taste as a watch collector and timepiece aficionado. You can learn more about the specific auction here: http://www.sothebys.com/en/auctions/2018/creating-a-stage-collection-of-marsha-and-robin-williams-n09977.html This episode exists in video format on the aBlogtoWatch YouTube channel (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfaFafye0-ftr3roPVRU-Fg/), as well as here in audio podcast form. Thanks for listening and subscribe if you like the show. aBlogtoWatch.com (https://www.ablogtowatch.com/) Copyright 2018

aBlogtoWatch's Zach Pina & David Bredan discuss being at the September 2018 Apple Keynote event that introduced the Apple Watch Series 4. This episode exists in video format on the aBlogtoWatch YouTube channel (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfaFafye0-ftr3roPVRU-Fg/), as well as here in audio podcast form. Thanks for listening and subscribe if you like the show. aBlogtoWatch.com (https://www.ablogtowatch.com/) Copyright 2018

In this episode of the Spending Time podcast, aBlogtoWatch's Ariel Adams & David Bredan discuss the difficulties and potential excitement of buying a modern new or pre-owned (used) Rolex wrist watch. This is based on copious industry, in-store, and actual customer experience. This episode exists in video format on the aBlogtoWatch YouTube channel (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfaFafye0-ftr3roPVRU-Fg/), as well as here in audio podcast form. Thanks for listening and subscribe if you like the show. aBlogtoWatch.com (https://www.ablogtowatch.com/) Copyright 2018

Ariel Adams and David Bredan of aBlogtoWatch discuss the probable reasons why American Movado Group bought Los Angeles-based youth-targeted wrist watch and sunglasses company MVMT for potentially $200 million. This episode exists in video format on the aBlogtoWatch YouTube channel (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfaFafye0-ftr3roPVRU-Fg/), as well as here in audio podcast form. Thanks for listening and subscribe if you like the show. aBlogtoWatch.com (https://www.ablogtowatch.com/) Copyright 2018

In this episode of the Spending Time podcast, aBlogtoWatch founder Ariel Adams interviews watch industry veteran (Chopard, Ralph Lauren, Movado, Concord, Zenith, and more) Mr. Paul Ziff about a changing luxury watch industry in America over a 30 year period. Paul helps explain some of the watch industry's current issues and some of the management problems which led to the need for disruptive sales, marketing, and distribution practices. This episode exists in video format on the aBlogtoWatch YouTube channel (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfaFafye0-ftr3roPVRU-Fg/), as well as here in audio podcast form. Thanks for listening and subscribe if you like the show. aBlogtoWatch.com (https://www.ablogtowatch.com/) Copyright 2018

This week, Zach Piña and Michael Peñate sit down for a casual discussion about their favorite summer wristwatch choices. They take some time to share their recommendations, daydream about pieces that still aren't in the collection, and talk about watches they've recently purchased. Next, they review the latest published set of aBlogtoWatch Editors' Picks featuring the team's favorite three-hand sports watches. It was tough to stay away from term "grail," but they mostly have fun drooling over some special watches that are currently out of reach. Finally, the guys discuss the Swatch Group's departure from Baselworld 2019 and what that could possibly mean for the industry's most significant trade show. What will Baselworld 2019 look like and what does this shift mean for the average watch consumer? Overall, change is a good thing. This episode exists in video format on the aBlogtoWatch YouTube channel (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfaFafye0-ftr3roPVRU-Fg/), as well as here in audio podcast form. Thanks for listening and subscribe if you like the show. aBlogtoWatch.com (https://www.ablogtowatch.com/) Copyright 2018

In this episode of the Spending Time podcast, Ariel Adams interviews watch industry personality, watchmaker, and founder of the Speake-Marin watch brand (that he is no longer involved with) Mr. Peter Speake-Marin. We discuss "life after the brand," Swiss watchmaking culture, entrepreneurial in the modern watch industry, and on being independent. This episode exists in video format on the aBlogtoWatch YouTube channel (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfaFafye0-ftr3roPVRU-Fg/), as well as here in audio podcast form. Thanks for listening and subscribe if you like the show. aBlogtoWatch.com (https://www.ablogtowatch.com/) Copyright 2018

Ariel Adams and Michael Penate of aBlogtoWatch discuss the ups and downs of social media in regard to its effect on watch collecting and the experience of novice watch enthusiasts. We also happen to spend some time pondering the mysteries of Invicta.   This episode exists in video format on the aBlogtoWatch YouTube channel (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfaFafye0-ftr3roPVRU-Fg/), as well as here in audio podcast form. Thanks for listening and subscribe if you like the show. aBlogtoWatch.com (https://www.ablogtowatch.com/) Copyright 2018

Ariel Adams and David Bredan of aBlogtoWatch discuss American-made watches as well as watches produced in other places for the American market int his episode of the Spending Time Podcast. This episode exists in video format on the aBlogtoWatch YouTube channel (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfaFafye0-ftr3roPVRU-Fg/), as well as here in audio podcast form. Thanks for listening and subscribe if you like the show. aBlogtoWatch.com (https://www.ablogtowatch.com/) Copyright 2018

In this episode of Spending Time Ariel Adams, Bilal Khan, and Zach Pina of aBlogtoWatch discuss what makes a modern iconic watch as well as talk about the ongoing debate of the value of in-house made movements and their effect on the watch industry. This episode exists in video format on the aBlogtoWatch YouTube channel (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfaFafye0-ftr3roPVRU-Fg/), as well as here in audio podcast form. Thanks for listening and subscribe if you like the show. aBlogtoWatch.com (https://www.ablogtowatch.com/) Copyright 2018

In this episode of the Spending Time Podcast, Ariel Adams and David Bredan of aBlogtoWatch talk about the various options available for personalizing, customizing, or making bespoke timepieces, at various prices, and for a range of different tastes. We also talk about what we personally find interesting in the "custom watch" arena as seasoned collectors. This episode exists in video format on the aBlogtoWatch YouTube channel (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfaFafye0-ftr3roPVRU-Fg/), as well as here in audio podcast form. Thanks for listening and subscribe if you like the show. aBlogtoWatch.com (https://www.ablogtowatch.com/) Copyright 2018

In this episode of the Spending Time podcast, Ariel Adams and David Bredan of aBlogtoWatch discuss their favorite non-metal watch case materials such as ceramic, carbon, carbon fiber, sapphire crystal, and more. This episode exists in video format on the aBlogtoWatch YouTube channel (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfaFafye0-ftr3roPVRU-Fg/), as well as here in audio podcast form. Thanks for listening and subscribe if you like the show. aBlogtoWatch.com (https://www.ablogtowatch.com/) Copyright 2018

Ariel Adams & David Bredan of aBlogtoWatch respond to some comment aBlogtoWatch community comments and sentiments. We also follow David as he meanders through some modern and classic Chopard timepieces. This episode exists in video format on the aBlogtoWatch YouTube channel (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfaFafye0-ftr3roPVRU-Fg/), as well as here in audio podcast form. Thanks for listening and subscribe if you like the show. aBlogtoWatch.com (https://www.ablogtowatch.com/) Copyright 2018